Explore the fascinating world of algorithms and their increasing role in decision-making across various sectors in this thought-provoking lecture by Hannah Fry. Delve into the advantages and limitations of algorithmic decision-making, examining real-world examples from healthcare, transport, finance, and security. Learn about the potential benefits and risks of relying on algorithms, and consider the ethical implications of replacing human judgment with computer-driven decisions. Discover intriguing case studies, including pigeons diagnosing breast cancer and the impact of language on dementia prediction. Gain insights into the complexities of human versus algorithmic decision-making, and critically evaluate the future of AI-driven systems in our society. Engage with challenging questions about the balance between human intuition and machine precision in shaping our world.
Overview
Syllabus
Pigeons diagnose breast cancer
Algorithms
Algorithm
Japanese tourists
Algorithms take the driving seat
Would you rather a human or an algorithm
The problem with human decisionmaking
The Christopher Dru Brooks case
Algorithms are not perfect
An experiment
The Idaho case
Breast cancer example
The Nun Study
Language and Dementia
Taught by
The Royal Institution
